The Antiquities Service of Imathia continues its successful outreach by inviting people to explore new treasures from the museums of Veria. In connection with the joyful celebration of Saint Blaise at the corresponding church in the Kyriotis district, the Byzantine Museum of Veria presents another noteworthy exhibit from its collection. This exhibit features a portable wooden icon depicting Saint Blaise, dating back to around 1330, which comes from the Church of Christ Pantocrator in Veria and was likely the devotional icon of the Church of Saint Blaise.

The icon presents Saint Blaise in a frontal half-length portrayal set against a deep ochre background, illustrated as an elderly man with a long, pointed beard and flowing hair. He is adorned in a deep purple phailonion and a white omophorion, embellished with large black crosses. While his right hand is depicted in a gesture of blessing, his left hand is covered, a detail that contributes to the overall sacred atmosphere of the artwork, reflecting the Byzantine artistic traditions.

This exhibit is featured in the section "Veria, a region of the Byzantine Empire" on the first floor of the museum, indicating the importance of the local historical and cultural heritage. The display not only serves to celebrate the saint but also educates the public about the artistic and devotional practices of the Byzantine era, enriching the understanding of the region's ecclesiastical history.